The late Robert Duvall was made an honorary Texas Ranger following the release of "Lonesome Dove," and shot more than a half-dozen films in the Lone Star State, including his Oscar-winning role as Mac Sledge in "Tender Mercies.

Playing a leading role in the 1989 film Lonesome Dove, Robert Duvall gained notoriety in Texas. He would go on to visit the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum in 2021, where he was made an honorary board member.

Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor celebrated for his nuanced, deeply human performances in “The Godfather” and “Tender Mercies,” and who showed impressive versatility across decades in film, died on Sunday. He was 95.

As we remember the life and work of actor Robert Duvall, here are five of his best films, and one great miniseries, to watch this week.

Duvall has a supporting role in the movie as Mason Hawk, who is a stand in for the various donors that supported the Masonic Home. He stopped by Fort Worth for the film’s world premiere at the Downtown Cowtown at the Isis Theater in June 2021.

The award-winning actor reflected on the role he loved most, sharing behind-the-scenes stories.

The late, legendary actor Robert Duvall starred in a number of iconic movies. Here are his 10 best, from Apocalypse Now to The Godfather Part II.

As Augustus "Gus" McCrae, a witty, warm-hearted former Texas Ranger, Duvall anchored the epic Western with humor, loyalty and emotional depth. The role earned him an Emmy Award and remains one of the most beloved characters in television history.